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About the Role

The ATOL Finance Licensing (ATF) function regulates approximately 1,600 ATOL holders, focusing on the financial sustainability of aviation and travel businesses. This role involves the financial supervision and regulatory compliance of the top 100 tour operators under the ATOL consumer protection scheme, with potential involvement in the financial oversight of UK-registered airlines and space industry companies. The position offers an opportunity to influence regulatory approaches in a dynamic market.

Responsibilities

Assess and monitor a portfolio of up to 15 companies through qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Maintain oversight of compliance against legislative and policy frameworks.
Advise the credit committee and senior management on company financial sustainability.
Outline key issues and concerns, recommending appropriate licensing conditions based on risk profiles.
Ensure travel businesses meet necessary legislative and regulatory requirements for consumer benefit.
Conduct regular reviews, monitor market trends, and identify early licensing actions for deteriorating credits.
Lead the handling of complex cases, including companies in financial distress or with complex structural changes.
Build and maintain relationships with senior management of license holders.
Collaborate with regulatory policy experts to identify and mitigate non-compliance issues and risks.
Support the management team and undertake ad-hoc projects.
Coach and develop junior team members.
Develop a strong understanding of policies and regulatory frameworks affecting UK airlines and travel industries.
Identify and recommend improvements for policies, processes, and practices.

Requirements

Strong experience in credit risk management and/or a financial qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent) or other relevant experience.
Ability to manage workload effectively while maintaining quality and accuracy.
Good data and modelling skills, including the ability to synthesize large datasets and develop or interrogate financial models.
Must have the right to work in the UK for security vetting.
Must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance (BPSS).

Skills

Credit analysis
Communication
Problem-solving
Accounting
Economics
Corporate finance
Debt and equity financing
Corporate restructuring
Strategic analysis
Data analysis
Financial modelling
Lending facilities understanding
Loan documentation understanding

Location

London / Hybrid

Work Type

Full Time Permanent
Hybrid (min 2 days per week in office)

Experience Level

Principal

Education Level

Financial qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CFA or equivalent)

Salary/Compensations

£65,000- £75,000 dependent upon experience

Benefits

Support work-life balance

About the Company

The UK's aviation and aerospace regulator, recognized as a world leader.
Activities enable the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards.
Adapts to the constantly evolving aviation environment.
Manages the Air Travel Trust (ATT) fund for ATOL protected customers.
Values high ethical standards and personal integrity.
Will be relocating to new premises within a 15-mile radius of Gatwick within the next few years (expected move not before 2028).

Equal Opportunity

Committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Disability Confident employer: candidates meeting minimum requirements are guaranteed an interview.
Requests for adjustments during the recruitment process can be accommodated.